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Head-to-head · Remote Desktop Software

TeamViewer Remote vs AnyDesk

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score TeamViewer Remote #2 in Remote Desktop Software 9.4/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 3 of 3 features Visit TeamViewer
AnyDesk #4 in Remote Desktop Software 9.1/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 3 features Visit AnyDesk

TeamViewer Remote leads on 0 checks, AnyDesk on 1, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreTeamViewer Remote · 9.4/10
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialonly TeamViewer Remote

TeamViewer Remote scores higher on our rubric for remote desktop software: 9.4 against 9.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #4.

AnyDesk leads on managed devices: 100 devices versus 3 devices.

TeamViewer Remote is the better fit for established teams needing integrations and AI. AnyDesk is the better fit for established teams needing endpoint management.

  • TeamViewer Remote fits best

    Established teams needing integrations and AI

  • AnyDesk fits best

    Established teams needing endpoint management

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Side by side

Feature TeamViewer Remote 9.4/10 Visit ↗ AnyDesk 9.1/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.4 9.1
Ranking #2 in Remote Desktop Software #4 in Remote Desktop Software
Best for Established teams needing integrations and AI Established teams needing endpoint management
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price — —
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial 14 days —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Self-hosted, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Web
Support Email, Live chat, Phone, Tickets, Docs · 24/7 Tickets, Live chat, Phone, Docs
Compliance SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, 2FA ISO 27001, GDPR, 2FA
Integrations 8 integrations 6 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features TeamViewer Remote 3/3 · AnyDesk 3/3
File transfer ✓ ✓
Session recording ✓ ✓
Mobile apps ✓ ✓
Specs
Access mode Both Both
Supported platforms Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, ChromeOS Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, ChromeOS, web browser
Managed devices 3 devices 100 devices (best)
Our review
Pros
  • Supports attended support and unattended remote access
  • Seven integrations include ServiceNow, Jira, and Microsoft Teams
  • AI assists with troubleshooting and session documentation
  • Supports attended and unattended access across desktop and mobile platforms
  • Up to 100 managed devices on Solo, with higher tiers reaching 2,000
  • Includes recording, access controls, Wake-on-LAN, and file transfer
Cons
  • Its broad feature set may exceed basic support needs
  • Paid subscriptions are billed annually
  • Advanced device management may be unnecessary for small teams
  • Professional use requires a paid license; the free plan is for personal use
  • All plans are billed yearly, with displayed prices excluding taxes
  • Platform-specific limitations apply across supported desktop and mobile clients
Our verdict

TeamViewer Remote is a remote desktop and IT support platform for individuals, IT teams, and enterprises. It combines attended remote support with unattended access to computers and servers, making it suitable for help desks, distributed…

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AnyDesk provides remote desktop access for individuals, IT teams, support organizations, and businesses. It supports interactive sessions that require user approval as well as unattended access using password authentication. Core…

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  1. TeamViewer RemoteRemote Desktop Software 9.4Free plan · 14-day trial
  2. AnyDeskRemote Desktop Software 9.1Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • TeamViewer Remote — where it wins

    • Supports attended support and unattended remote access
    • Seven integrations include ServiceNow, Jira, and Microsoft Teams
    • AI assists with troubleshooting and session documentation

    Where it doesn't

    • Its broad feature set may exceed basic support needs
    • Paid subscriptions are billed annually
    • Advanced device management may be unnecessary for small teams
  • AnyDesk — where it wins

    • Supports attended and unattended access across desktop and mobile platforms
    • Up to 100 managed devices on Solo, with higher tiers reaching 2,000
    • Includes recording, access controls, Wake-on-LAN, and file transfer

    Where it doesn't

    • Professional use requires a paid license; the free plan is for personal use
    • All plans are billed yearly, with displayed prices excluding taxes
    • Platform-specific limitations apply across supported desktop and mobile clients
  • TeamViewer Remote9.4/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial

    A mature remote support platform with broad coverage, integrations, and AI features.

    Visit TeamViewerFull verdict →
  • AnyDesk9.1/10 · Free plan

    A broad remote-access suite for teams managing attended support and unattended endpoints.

    Visit AnyDeskFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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